Playback Modes; Tips For Using The Battery Pack - Sony Handycam CCD-TR99 Operation Manual

Playback Modes
The playback mode is selected automatically according to the recording system (SP/LP mode) in
which the tape was recorded.
Note on AFM HiFi stereo (CCD-TR99 only)
When you play back a tape, the sound will be in monaural if:
• You record the tape using this camcorder, then play it back on an AFM HiFi monaural video
recoeder / player.
• You record the tape on an AFM HiFi monaural video recorder, then play it back on this
camcorder.
Foreign 8 mm video
You cannot play back tapes recorded on a different TV color system. Because the TV color systems
differ from country to country, you may not be able to play back foreign pre-recorded tapes. Refer to
the list of "Using Your Camcorder Abroad" to check the TV color system of foreign countries.
Tips for Using the Battery Pack
This section shows you how you can get the most out of your baffery pack.
Preparing the Battery Pack
Always Carry Additional Batteries
Have sufficient battery pack power to do 2 to 3 times as much recording as you have planned.
Battery Life is Shorter in Cold Environment
Battery efficiency is decreased and the battery will be used up more quickly if you are recording in
cold environment.
To Save Battery Power
Turn the STANDBY switch on the camcorder down when not recording to save battery power.
A smooth transition between scenes can be made even if recording is stopped and started again.
While positioning the subject, selecting an angle, or looking through the viewfinder lens, the lens
moves automatically and the battery is used. The battery is also used when a cassette is inserted or
removed.
When to Replace the Battery
While you are using your camcorder in CAMERA mode, the remaining battery indicator decreases
gradually as battery power is used up.
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